The Grace bodysuit is inspired by the 80s fashion and pays tribute to Grace Jones. Androgynous and sensual, this dancefloor Queen is a fashion icon and idol for many female artists.
This easy model owes its originality to its cross-over drape at the front. Four panels of gathered fabric criss-cross and highlight the bust with a pretty V-neckline. The sleeves are straight and the back is a one single piece.
The sleeves are straight. The back is in a single piece.Choose from biefs or tanga, with or without a crotch opening.
This is a fairly easy model to make, but requires carefulness for the asymmetrical draping stage.
The ovelocker is not mandatory as you can also use a sewing machine.
Level: Beginner / Intermediate
Sizes: FR32 to FR50
Time to make: approx. 4 hours
Technical points :
- Sewing knit fabric
- Sewing clear or rubber elastic band
- Gathers
- Asymmetry
Seam allowances are included.
"Fabric requirement and material Warp and weft fabric (see quantities for size FR50 in photos)
Matching thread (200 m spool)
Interfacing
Seam tape interfacing (can be cut in the interfacing)
Grace bodysuit PDF pattern
- Two-way stretch knit with at least 50% elasticity
120cm by 150cm width from FR32 to FR38
140cm by 150cm width from FR40 to FR50 - 30cm x 30cm brief gusset fabric (100% cotton knit)
- matching polyester or Aeroflock thread
- 3m of clear or rubber elastic band (like swimming elastic band) from 6 to 10mm
- Optional overlocker
- 3 snap fasteners for knit fabric or hook-and-eye fastening (opening version)
- stretch needle
- knit interfacing if you are using a lightweight fabric (opening version)
- Two-way stretch knit with at least 50% elasticity
